Managing Ross River Virus Risk in Perth Workplaces

Mosquito activity inside commercial buildings is becoming an increasing concern for businesses across Perth. While mosquitoes are often thought of as an outdoor issue, they can easily enter offices, warehouses, retail spaces and shared commercial facilities, particularly during warmer periods.

With recent Ross River virus activity detected in mosquito populations across Perth and surrounding areas, indoor mosquito control is an important part of workplace risk management. Managing mosquito presence indoors helps businesses support staff wellbeing and maintain safe, professional environments.

Why Ross River virus matters for Perth businesses

Ross River virus is transmitted through mosquito bites and is most commonly associated with outdoor exposure. However, when mosquitoes are present inside workplaces, they create an avoidable risk in environments where staff and visitors spend extended periods of time.

For businesses, addressing indoor mosquito activity demonstrates a duty of care and supports broader workplace health and safety practices, particularly during periods of increased mosquito activity across Western Australia.

How mosquitoes enter commercial buildings

Perth’s climate allows mosquitoes to remain active for much of the year. They commonly enter commercial buildings through doors, loading areas, ventilation systems and shared entry points that are part of daily operations.

Once inside, mosquitoes may remain active in quieter areas such as offices, storage rooms, meeting spaces and plant areas. Without a structured approach, indoor mosquito activity can persist and become disruptive.

The role of indoor mosquito control in workplace risk management

Professional indoor mosquito control focuses on reducing mosquito presence before it becomes an ongoing issue. Rather than responding only after complaints arise, proactive control helps businesses manage risk and maintain consistent standards.

Flick provides indoor mosquito control services for businesses across Perth, designed to support workplace safety without disrupting normal operations.

Effective indoor mosquito control typically includes:

• identifying where mosquitoes are entering and resting indoors
• applying targeted treatments to reduce active mosquito populations
• implementing ongoing management options to help prevent repeat activity

All treatments are delivered by trained technicians and are safe for use in occupied commercial environments.

Supporting staff wellbeing and professional standards

Indoor mosquito control is not just about comfort. It supports staff wellbeing, reduces workplace distractions and helps businesses demonstrate that mosquito-related health risks, including Ross River virus, are being responsibly managed.

A planned approach allows businesses to stay ahead of seasonal mosquito activity rather than responding reactively.

Book indoor mosquito control for your Perth business

If mosquitoes are present in your workplace, Flick offers professional indoor mosquito control services for businesses across Perth.

Book a treatment today to help manage Ross River virus risk and maintain a safe, well-managed commercial environment.